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Best Mechanical Engineering Schools in North Carolina
Top Mechanical Engineering programs in North Carolina ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 4
Avg major earnings: $84,385
Top Mechanical Engineering Programs in North Carolina
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Duke University #31 national | $101,532 |
| 2 | NC State #108 national | $79,841 |
| 3 | University of North Carolina at Charlotte #334 national | $76,149 |
| 4 | North Carolina A & T State University #698 national | $80,018 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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